cocoon
UK/kә'ku:n/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
The silky protective case spun by insect larvae during metamorphosis; any protective covering or environment.
茧；保护性外壳
v.
To wrap or enclose in a protective covering; to withdraw into a safe, sheltered environment.
把……包裹起来；躲进安全的小天地
Root Breakdown
Loanwordcocoonother
=cocoon
Example Sentences
- 1.
The caterpillar spins a cocoon where it transforms into a butterfly.